1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
